How To Fix DMC_GENERAL155 - For message &1 &2, maximum number of application log entries reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_GENERAL - MWB: General Messages

• Message number: 155

• Message text: For message &1 &2, maximum number of application log entries reached

What causes this issue?

For the message which is identified by the specified message class and
message number, more entries should be inserted into the application
log. But this was not done, because the maximum number of identical
messages was reached. The limitation should prevent the log from
becoming too large. But you should note that more messages of this kind
occurred.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_GENERAL155 - For message &1 &2, maximum number of application log entries reached ?

  The SAP error message DMC_GENERAL155 indicates that the maximum number of application log entries has been reached for a specific process or application. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, particularly when dealing with data management or data migration tasks.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when the application log for a specific process has exceeded its configured limit for entries. Each application log can only hold a certain number of entries, and once that limit is reached, no new entries can be added until some existing entries are deleted or archived.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Application Log Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the application log to determine the maximum number of entries allowed. This can usually be found in the relevant transaction or configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Old Log Entries:
  
  Use transaction SLG1 (Application Log) to view the logs. You can delete or archive old log entries to free up space for new entries.
  You can also use transaction SLG2 to manage logs and set up archiving if necessary.
  
  
  
  Increase Maximum Log Size:
  
  If the application log is frequently reaching its limit, consider increasing the maximum number of entries allowed. This can be done in the configuration settings for the application log.
  
  
  
  Monitor Log Usage:
  
  Implement monitoring to keep track of log usage and set up alerts if the log is approaching its limit. This can help prevent the issue from occurring in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application or process you are working with for any additional recommendations or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SLG1: Display Application Log
  SLG2: Manage Application Logs
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions specific to your version of SAP.
  Performance Considerations: Regularly managing application logs can help maintain system performance and prevent issues related to log overflow.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMC_GENERAL155 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.